Fitbit Versa 2 Special Edition Health and Fitness Smart Watch with Heart Rate, Music, Alexa Built-In, Sleep and Swim Tracking, Navy and Pink Woven/Copper Rose, One Size (S and L Bands Included), 2.3

I bought this Fitbit in 2021, and it just quit working in 2025. Great value for the money. It's basic, counts steps, workouts, and incoming texts. I upgraded to an Apple Watch, but the Fitbit is great for someone who doesn't want all the bells and whistles of an Apple Watch.

good product, fast shipment.

Love the watch. The size is perfect. The screen/resolution is crystal clear. The selection of bands is great (though changing bands is a bit challenging). The fabric band that comes with the Special Edition version is great. Classes it up a fit. Have also ordered a sport band to wear while playing soccer, swimming, etc. The device includes nearly all desired features needed for a fitness/smart watch. It does not have built-in GPS but rather uses connected GPS. Some may see this as a deal breaker; others will recognize the battery savings that this affords. And so far, the watch performance has been excellent.There are some reviews that describe Versa failure after getting it wet. I have successfully showered with the watch with no problem. I have not yet had a chance to try it in the pool. Based on the specs it should be fine, but time will tell. The Versa is not recommended to be worn in hot tubs.As Fitbit has long been a leader in activity tracking, I won’t spend time on those features. Compared to the Samsung watch that I’ve worn … step counting, heart rate info, calories and sleep tracking all seem to be in line with my historical measurements. A big benefit is that the Fitbit app is much more robust then the Samsung health app with significantly more data to analyze.The watch software and the battery consumption on both watch and linked phone need some attention. I’m still trying to determine the optimal settings to achieve a balance of desired performance versus battery life. With current settings, I can average about 3 days before needing to charge give or take a half day depending on usage. I’m currently using the always on display which is nice. It does consume some battery, but so far has not been too heavy of a drain to make the feature unusable.If you choose to use the music app to control music playing on the phone, then expect a massive battery hit. This functionality requires linking an additional bluetooth connection called Fitbit classic. It’s my experience that this connection continuously drains the battery on both the watch and the phone -- as much as 20% while sleeping. That is with the watch in sleep mode and the phone on do not disturb. I have removed this connection and will control music the old-fashioned way. Note that this applies ONLY to playing music on the phone and not to connecting to bluetooth earphones.Another setting offered in the Fitbit app is “All-Day Sync.” This feature constantly updates the data -- activity, heart rate, etc. -- from the watch to the phone. Sounds good, but it also is a battery hog and I have it disabled. As far as I know, syncing can be done one of two ways -- either via the all-day setting or manually when you open the app. I’m currently choosing to update manually. The developers need to add an option so the devices can be set to sync on a user-defined interval -- hourly, every six hours, daily, etc. A setting like this exists for nearly every other phone app that requires data to be synced. Weather apps are the first that come to mind.I am a Samsung user -- Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Buds (wireless earphones). I can tell you that the Galaxy Buds will not work with the Versa 2 watch (as of 11/26/2019). The Buds will link, but they will not play audio. Something to do with different types of bluetooth used in the devices. The issue is discussed in several online forums, but no word from Fitbit or Samsung if it will ever be addressed or fixed. The watch does pair to the S10 without issue and works perfectly well. All notifications are received timely and the bluetooth connection is much better/stronger than with my previous Samsung watch. It easily stays connected at 30-40 feet.There are a couple of issues that need to be addressed related to phone notifications on the watch. First, Gmail is the only client that is available as the "default" mail application. Or, at least it is in my Fitbit app. I can select to be notified by other email apps from my phone, but Gmail is the only app that can be set to receive "special" notification treatment according to the Fitbit app. Secondly, alarms on the phone (and I use quite a few) are NOT available to notify on the Versa. This feature would be a big plus to me. You can set 8 alarms on the Versa. However, each alarm uses some battery, and I would simply be duplicating alarms on multiple devices. For example, I would not remove an alarm from my phone as I may need it while the watch is charging or not being worn.To correct other reviews that I've seen, music CAN be uploaded and stored on the watch. The process requires using the desktop app and is a bit slow, but it works. IF I had wireless headphones that connected properly, then I could play music direct from the Versa without the phone.One other small issue is that weather info does not exist on the clock face by default. Third party clock faces can be installed, but I’ve found that they often require a separate setting for weather updates, which then only work if the All-Day Sync option is enabled. I’m continuing to search for alternatives to see what options exist.There are quite a few apps available for download and use on the watch. I haven't found any to be all that relevant or helpful to me. At least not yet. But the platform and functionality are there to use if desired.Also, I need to mention that the Alexa integration is great. We have a heavy investment in Echo devices in our household, so to have the same functionality on my wrist is a great bonus.If, like me, you are apple averse, then this is one of the best smart watches available that I have found. And very affordable. At this point, I would rate it 8 out of 10. And I would certainly increase that rating with continued additions to and improvement in the software, connectivity and watch features.**UPDATE 12/9/2019**Fitbit released a firmware update a few days ago which added some great features. The Versa now saves your 5 most recently used clock faces and you can change them on the fly without having to go to the app. Though there are tons of clock faces to choose from, one of the drawbacks with Fitbit is that you cannot flag, save or otherwise have access to your favorite faces. You have to keep a manual list of the names or just remember so that you can find them again. There needs to be a way to store a list of favorite faces and apps so that you can access and install them quickly.Other updates include that you can now customize the action of the side button, the sleep score is displayed on the watch, the list of exercises to choose from has expanded, and by reports the heart rate data has been improved.So I've learned that one of the tricks to manage battery life and connectivity is to restart the watch after making certain changes, such as switching to a new clock face. You may notice that the Versa stops sending notifications or is not syncing to the app. I've found that after a quick restart, the watch works perfectly again. Maybe it's a software glitch, but at least there is an easy workaround. And if you leave the watch alone, then these issues should not occur.For full functionality of the watch, including some features of many clock faces, I have re-enabled the All-Day Sync setting. The watch and app perform much better with the setting enabled. And unless I receive a ton of notifications or am constantly playing with the settings, I am now getting 4 to 5 days of battery life which is great. This could also very well have something to do with the recent software update. I am not currently using the always on display. I estimate that AOD cuts the battery life by 30 to 50 percent.Also, before you make a decision with the help of reading these spectacular reviews, you might gauge the quality of the reviews. This watch is by no means perfect and may not be the best choice for you, but you should decide that for yourself. Then return it if you're not satisfied. This is an electronic device and there can be duds. Some buyers have expressed frustration after receiving a device that was dead on arrival. Completely understandable.But there are many 1-star reviews that are not from a literate source. A two word review that reads "hate it" is not helpful. One review reads only "no fitbit pay" which is completely untrue. The Versa absolutely has Fitbit Pay. Also, I'm intrigued that apple phone users don't just pair their phone with an apple watch. Not sure why they are shocked that the Versa does not work as seamlessly for them as a product designed by their phone maker. Bottom line ... be your own judge.As referenced in my original review, I have updated my rating of the Versa 2 to a 9 out of 10, based on performance and recent software updates. Hopefully my positive experience will continue.

Like many, I've been a Fitbit user for a very long time. Cycling through almost every new Fitness Tracker they came out with. My most recent of these being the Versa 2, it's comfortable and sleek looking.There are many things I really LOVE about this watch, but I'm beginning to wonder if maybe Fitbit is not putting enough quality into their products, and I'll tell you why below. However, I would love to share what I like about the watch, and some features that I use almost daily.Features I love, and use often:- I never realized how much I would use this feature, but I find it so very useful: The timer option. I don't use it for laps, or anything of that nature as you have that built into the exercise feature. However, I do use this to time my son's reading for homework. Grilling outside. Reminders of letting my animals back inside after being let out. And for so much more, I truly utilize this function on an almost daily basis. Such a great feature.- The exercise button. You can customize which exercise buttons are quick access, via the Fitbit App. This is useful because I do most of the same type of exercises on a regular basis, and this makes it easy. The one downfall here is that if you chose to activate the GPS option for a more accurate distance calculation you MUST have the app open on your phone. I don't love that, as I would think it should calculate it based off your phones location, but I'm no engineer.- Sleep Score & Cycle Tracker - I like to take a look at my sleep score over time, as I tend to not sleep a lot. I have a toddler and wake up at early hours each day to fit the needs of my family, and maintain my full time career. It helps me understand why I may be more tired on some days vs others. And each person needs a certain range of sleep, I try to stay within those parameters, but often my toddler disrupts my sleep cycles. It's been pretty accurate, any time I've tested it against what I have recorded manually. And I love the Cycle Tracker as a female. I have PCOS so my cycles have always wee bit wonky. This helps me track them, know when to expect them, and edit my information to have the most accurate account of each cycle. You can input your details about mood, flow, etc.With that said, I have noticed a few downfalls regarding this (and other) newer models: I go through about 1 a year. I am not the most kind to anything regarding accessories, so I understand I can be rough on them. But I do take care of my watch. I wash it, dry it, keep a screen protector on it. I don't shower with it, and charge it as often as I need. But I've had watches just stop working, the HR function quit, and all this within 1 year of purchase. Yes, Fitbit does have great customer service, and often without question they will send a replacement. However, I just feel like they're pushing out models constantly vs trying to really fix the problems.Like other reviewers, I've faced connectivity issues. Sometimes my watch just won't sync, then it won't record, and the app isn't updated. When exercising I've had the watch not pull GPS because it says it cannot connect, but I've done everything I can to troubleshoot. The Alexa function doesn't work for either of the two Versa 2's I've had. I've enabled it, and had it close to my phone; but it doesn't work.I really love the look of this Versa 2. With the one button on the side, to assist with maneuvering through the watch. I love the Customization features of this watch through the app, it's great. Fitbit really has something there, the app is so user friendly. However, I wish they would make a watch that lasted longer. And I know they're not Apple Watch price tags, but they're close enough. My MIL has the same problems as I, and she's not nearly as harsh on hers as I am. At this point, I'm looking into a different brand, just to see how I like it because my current Versa 2 (a replacement from the first one) is losing the seals around the bottom of the unit and I fear it will quit being water resistant.I would recommend this watch, absolutely. Especially for a beginner in this market, and for someone whom likes to track their daily movement. But maybe something a little more rugged for those that aren't so easy on our accessories.

So far it works very well no issues, battery lasts long and charged fast